soft and smooth

Here the wood treatment is more obvious though still relatively modest as it allows the ripe

there’s no harm in checking on it now

The honey nuance comes back on the impressively persistent finish

a singular effort in the lineup that stands out for its rich blueberry and mulberry fruit as well as ample spring flowers

Tour Maillet Brut Zero soft and smoothFeatures good density but remains tight, with dark currant, fig and blackberry fruit balled up by charcoal tinged grip. Clove, ganache and espresso notes fill in on the finish, which should stretch out with cellaring. Best from 2014 through 2024. 1,083 cases made. JM